Ktu Mtech Thermal Syllabus

KERALA
TECHNOLOGICAL
UNIVERSITY
Master of Technology
Curriculum, Syllabus and Course Plan
Cluster
: 01
Branch
: Mechanical
Stream
: Thermal Science
Year
: 2015
No. of Credits
: 67
SEMESTER 1
Course Number
Marks
Duration
(hours)
Credits
01MA6013
Applied Mathematics
3-0-0
40
60
01ME6201
Advanced Thermodynamics
3-1-0
40
60
01ME6203
Advanced Heat Transfer
3-1-0
40
60
01ME6205
Incompressible and Compressible Flow
3-0-0
40
60
01ME6207
IC Engine Combustion and Pollution
3-0-0
40
60
01ME6999
Research Methodology
0-2-0
100
01ME6291
Seminar I
0-0-2
50
01ME6293
Thermal Engineering Lab
0-0-2
50
15-4-4
400
Name
L-T-P
TOTAL
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS
TOTAL CREDITS
:
:
23
22
Internal Marks
Examination Slot
End Semester
Examination
300
22
Duration
(hours)
Credits
L-T-P
End Semester
Examination
Marks
Name
Internal Marks
Course Number
Examination Slot
SEMESTER 2
01ME6202
Advanced Refrigeration and

Cryogenics
3-1-0
40
60
01ME6204
Measurements in Thermal Science
3-0-0
40
60
C
D
E
01ME6206
Thermal Turbo Machines

Elective I
Elective II
3-0-0
3-0-0
3-0-0
40
40
40
60
60
60
3
3
3
3
3
3
01ME6292
Mini Project
0-0-4
100
01ME6294
Thermal Lab II
0-0-2
50
TOTAL
15-1-6
350
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

TOTAL CREDITS
:
:
300
22
19
Elective I
01ME6212
Computational Fluid Dynamics
01ME6214
Control Engineering
01ME6216
Advances in Radiative Heat Transfer
01ME6218
Solar Thermal Engineering
Elective III
01ME6222
Boundary Layer Theory
01ME6224
Energy Conservation and Heat Recovery Systems
01ME6226
Combustion Science
01ME6228
Microfluidics
19
Duration
(hours)
Credits
L-T-P
End Semester
Examination
Marks
Name
Internal Marks
Course Number
Examination Slot
SEMESTER 3
Elective III
3-0-0
40
60
Elective IV
3-0-0
40
60
01ME7291
Seminar II
0-0-2
50
01ME7294
Project (Phase 1)
0-0-12
100
TOTAL
6-0-14
230
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

TOTAL CREDITS
:
:
120
20
14
Elective III
01ME7211
Nuclear Reactor Engineering
01ME7213
Advanced Optimization Techniques
01ME7215
FEM in Heat Transfer and fluid flow
01ME7217
Transport Phenomena
Elective IV
01ME7219
Multi Phase Flow
01ME7221
Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
01ME7223
Design of Heat Transfer Equipments
01ME7225
Air Breathing Propulsion
14
Project (Phase 2)
0-0-23
70
30
TOTAL
0-0-23
70
30
TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

TOTAL CREDITS
:
:
23
12
TOTAL NUMBER OF CREDITS: 67
Credit
Duration
(hours)
01ME7294
L-T-P
End Semester
Examination
Marks
Course Number
Name
Internal Marks
Examination Slot
SEMESTER 4
12
-
12
SEMESTER - I
Syllabus and Course Plan
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
Year of Introduction
01MA6013
Applied Mathematics
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
To introduce some of the advanced tools in numerical methods, classical partial differential
equations, optimization techniques, sampling theory and transform methods and their importance
in modelling may engineering phenomena and applications to solving such problems. Knowledge of
these methods is essential for higher studies and research.
Syllabus
Vector Spaces-linear Transformations-orthogonally-least square solutions-matrix factorizations-Series solution and Analytical solution of ordinary differential equations- Bessels equation, Basic concepts
in ODE- IVPs. Partial differential equations-calculus of variations-integral equations-Linear Algebraic
Equations and Iterative methods.
Expected Outcome
At the end of the course students will have become familiar with the use of some advanced classical and
modern Mathematical tools in the areas of numerical methods, classical partial differential equations,
optimization techniques, sampling theory and transform methods which are basic problem solving tools of
an engineer.
References
1. Linear Algebra and its applications-David C Lay-Pearson
2. Theory and Applications of Linear algebra-Schaums outline series-McGraw Hill
3. Higher Engineering Mathematics-.Dr. B S Grewal-Khanna publications
4. Higher engineering Mathematics B V Ramana-TataMcGraw Hill
5. Advanced Engineering Mathematics-Peter V O Neil Thomson
6. Introduction to Partial differential equations-K SankarRao-Prentice Hall of India References
7. Differential equations with applications and Historical notes-George F Simmons-Tata McGraw Hill
8. Mathematical methods for Engineers and Physicists-A K Mukhopadhayay Wheeler publishing
9.Introduction to wavelets through linear algebra-Michael W Frazier; Springer
Module
Hours
Allotted
Contents
II
III
IV
Vector spaces and subspaces, null space , column space of a 7

matrix;; linearly independent sets and bases; Coordinate systems;
dimension of a vector space; rank ;change of basis; linear
transformations-properties-kernel and range-computing kernel
and range of a linear transformation-matrix representation of a
linear operator-Invertible linear operators
Inner product, length and orthogonality ; orthogonal sets; 7
orthogonal projections; Gram Schmidt process; least square
solutions; Inner product spaces; QR factorization ; Singular value
decomposition
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Solving Ordinary Differential Equations- Initial Value Problems 8
(ODE-IVPs). Introduction, Existence of Solutions, Analytical
Solution of Linear ODE-IVPs, Basic Concepts in numerical solutions
of ODE-IVP, step size and marching, concept of implicit and explicit
methods, Taylor series based and Runge-Kutta methods:
derivation and examples.
8
Partial Differential Equation:-Classification of PDE,Solution of
Boundary Value Problems in partial differential equations using
Laplace Transform Method.
Calculus of variations: Functionals, Euler Equations and its
alternative forms, solution of Euler equation, isoperimetric
problem, problem of several independent variables, functional
involving higher order derivatives,problem with variable end
conditions
SECOND INTERNAL EXAM
Integral equations: Standard forms of integral equations- 8
Fredholm equation, Voltera equation, reduction of an integral
equation to differential equation, solutions for integral equation,
integral equations of the convolution type, solution of Fredholm
integral equation by the method of successive approximations.
% of
Marks in
EndSemester
Examinati
on
Course plan
15%
15%
15%
15%
20%
VI
System of Linear Algebraic Equations , conditions of existence of 7

solution geometric interpretations (row picture and column
picture), review of concepts of rank and fundamental theorems of
linear algebra. Classification of solution approaches as direct and
iterative, review of Gaussian elimination. Iterative methods:
END SEMESTER EXAM
20%
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6201
Advanced Thermodynamics
3-1-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To prepare the students in understanding macroscopic behavior of our material world
and its intricacies from microscopic laws.
2. To introduce thestudentsto quantum mechanical interpretation of thephysical properties
of materials.
3. To equip the students in handling fundamental research
Syllabus
Review of the fundamentals of classical thermodynamics. Stable and unstable equilibrium, Chemical
potential and phase equilibrium. Third law of thermodynamics. Thermodynamic potentials.
Thermodynamic potential minimum principles. Microscopic approach to thermodynamics:
molecular model-requirement-properties of simple gas-extension to gas mixtures-real gas effects.
Kinetic theory of gases. Collision dynamics-Binary and elastic collision-momentum and energy
considerations. molecular flux,Equation of state, Collision with moving walls. Equipartition of
energy, survival equations. Transport phenomena-Intermolecular forces, The Van-der-Wall equation
of state, Viscosity, Thermal conductivity and diffusion. The velocity distribution functions,
Boltzmann equation, The moment and conservation equations from Boltzmann equation . Collision
invariants. The BGK approximation, Boltzmann H function. The chapmann-Enskog theory.
Fundamentals of statistical thermodynamics-micro and macro states. Thermodynamic probability.
Degeneration of energy levels. Maxwell-Boltzman,Fermi-Dirac and Bose Einstein statisticsdistribution function comparisons, Partition function. Application of Statistical Thermodynamics:
Maxwell velocity distribution, Equipartition of energy ,Black body radiation formula, Einstein and
Debey theory of specific heat capacity.
Microscopic interpretation of heat and work.
Evaluation of entropy. Calculation of the macroscopic properties from partition functions.
Expected Outcome
1. After the course students shall become able to take more fundamental research in
understanding the physical phenomenon of the nature.
2. Students shall use their understanding in thermodynamics to engineering design
of various thermal systems and its performance optimization.
3. Students shall become able to interpret the true or exact reasons of various
scientific observations of the world .
References
1. Francis W. Sears ,Gerhard L.Salinger, Thermodynamics, Kinetic theory, and Statistical
Thermodynamics ,Third edition, Narosa Publishing House,1989
2. Donald A.McQuarrie,"Molecular Thermodynamics"First edition 2004,Viva books pvt
3. KPN Murthy" Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics,University Press
10
4 . G A Bird,Molecular Gas Dynamics and The Direct Simulation of Gas Flows",1994,Oxford

Press
5.
Herbert B.Callen, "Thermodynamics",John Wiley &sons
6.
Y.V.C.Rao,"Postulational And Statistical Thermodynamics"Allied Publishers Ltd
COURSE PLAN
Course No.
Course Name
Advanced Heat Transfer

01ME6203
L-T-P
Credits
3-1-0
2015
Course Objectives
This course assumes that the students have undergone UG courses in Engineering
Mathematics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer and Fluid Mechanics.
.
1. To impart the basic and an advanced level of understanding of the various modes of
heat transfer and different kinds of mechanisms that influence heat transfer.;
2. The purpose of this course is to develop correlations on the basis of fundamental
transport laws governing heat/mass transfer
3. The treatment is highly mathematical and, through assignments, students are
expected to formulate and solve problems to derive expressions for the heat/mass
transfer coefficient in different situations
4. Computer assisted data acquisition, data manipulation and presentation
Syllabus
Unsteady conduction, 2D steady conduction and phase change problems, Numerical

solution of conduction problems, Introduction to free and forced convection, Laminar flow
heat transfer, Turbulent flow heat transfer, Analogy methods, emperical correlation, Mixed
Convection, Introduction to radiation, View factors, Enclosure analysis, gas radiation, mass
transfer
Expected Outcome
1. The students will be able to analyses a real life situation involving heat transfer
and would be able to design a thermal system
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2. They will be in a position to trouble shoot the problems in a thermal system and
able to suggest methods to improve the performance of the system..
3. The course will interest students wishing to embark on a research career in
heat/mass transfer
References
1. F.P. Incropera and D. Dewitt , Fundamentals of Heat and Mass Transfer, 7th Edition
by, John Wiley, 2011.
2 S.P. Venkateshan , Heat Transfer - 2 Ed, (Reprint) , Ane Books Pvt. Ltd. 2011
3
Heat Transfer: A Practical Approach, Mcgraw-Hill, 2002
4
5
6
7
D. Poulikakos, Conduction Heat Transfer, Prentice Hall, 1994.

S. Kakac and Y. Yener, Heat Conduction, Taylor and Francis, 1994
G.E.Myers ,Analytical methods in Conduction Heat Transfer, McGraw Hill, 1971.
W. Kays, M. Crawford and B. Weigand , Convective Heat and Mass Transfer, 4th Edition
by, McGraw Hill International, 2005.
8 Convective Heat Transfer, 2nd Edition by S. Kakac and Y. Yener, CRC Press, 1995.
9 Convection Heat Transfer, 3rd Edition by A. Bejan, John Wiley, 2004
10 Louis C. Burmeister Convective Heat Transfer, John Wiley and sons September 10,
1993
11 R. Siegel and J.R.Howell , Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer, Taylor & Francis, 2002.
12 E.M.Sparrow and R.D.Cess Radiation Heat Transfer, , Wadsworth, 1966.
13 H.C.Hottel and A.F.Saroffim, Radiative Transfer, , McGraw hill, 1967.
14 14 Radiative Heat Transfer, M.F.Modest, McGraw Hill, 2003.
Contents
Concept of Biot number Lumped capacitance formulation simple

problems unsteady conduction from a semi-infinite solid- solution
by similarity transformation method.
12
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Module
Hours Allotted
COURSE PLAN
15
Solution of the general 1D unsteady problem by separation of

variables and charts- example problems Laplace equation
solution by variable separable method concept of
superposition and homogeneous boundary conditions.
II
Phase change problems The Stefan and Neumann problems

analytical solutions. Basic ideas of finite difference method forward,
backward and central differences Discretization for the unsteady
heat equation simple problems.
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Forced and free convection velocity and thermal boundary layer,
laminar and turbulent flows General equation for momentum and
energy transport.
III
IV
Laminar flow heat transfer: Exact solutions of the 2D boundary

layer momentum and energy equations. Approximate
calculations of the boundary layer by the momentum and
energy integral
Turbulent flow heat transfer: Time averaged equations of continuity,
momentum and energy. Analog methods Reynolds, Prandtl and
Von Karman. Free convection: Solutions of the boundary layer
equations for a vertical plate
Free convection with a turbulent boundary layer Emperical

correlation for free convection from vertical, horizontal inclined
surfaces and enclosures.Mixed Convection Introduction to mixed
5
15
5
5
15
convection-concepts
VI
Introduction to radiation, need for view factors, concept of

view factors, mathematical definition.View factor Algebra,
Hottel's crossed string method, view factors for 2D surfaces
using algebra.View factors from 2D surfaces using
charts.Radiosity Irradiation method for gray diffuse enclosures
Problems for 2 and 3 surface enclosures parallel plate
formula, radiation shields, concept of re-radiating surface.
Introduction to gas radiation The equation of transfer

derivationSimple solutions to the equation of transfer.
Mass Transfer: Modes of mass transfer-convective and

diffusive mass transfer.
Ficks law, analog between heat, mass and momentum transferdimensionless numbers
END SEMESTER EXAM
13
20
5
20
5
Course No.
01ME6205
Course Name
Incompressible and
Compressible Flow
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
The subject is aimed at providing knowledge for the mathematical formulation of incompressible
andcompressible fluid flow. The students are trained to apply their mathematical skills in finding
analytical solutions to flow problems.
Syllabus
Incompressible Flow, Reynolds Transport theorem, Potential Flows, Boundary Layer Theory,
Stability, Turbulent Flows, Compressible Flow, Linearized Flow.
Expected Outcome
At the end of the course the student will be able to ascertain basic concepts in the fluid mechanics,
analyze practical problems of fluid flow, understand the performance of fluid flow devices in laminar
and Turbulent flows. Students will be equipped with fundamentals to pursue research in this area.
References
1. Batchelor G.K, An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics, Cambridge University Press, 1983.
2. Frank M. White, Viscous Fluid Flow, Third Edition, McGraw-Hill Series of Mechanical
Engineering, 2006.
3. Muralidhar K. and Biswas G., Advanced Engineering Fluid Mechanics, Second Edition,
Narosa, 2005.
4. Pijush K. Kundu and Ira M. Cohen, Fluid Mechanics, Fourth Edition, Academic Press
(ELSEVIER), 2008.
5. S.W. Yuan ., Foundations of Fluid Mechanics, Prentice Hall of India, 2000
6. Schlichting H., Boundary Layer Theory, Springer Verlag, 2000.
7. Hydrodynamic and Hydromagnetic Stability by S.Chandrasekhar, Dover Pubhlications
(1981)
8. Tennekes H. and Lumley J.L., A First Course in Turbulence, The MIT press, 1972.
9. David C Wilcox., Turbulence Modeling for CFD (Third Edition) DCW Industries, 2006
10. H. W. Liepmann and A. Roshko Elements of Gas Dynamics
11. John D. Anderson, Jr. Modern Compressible Flow,
12. Ascher H. Shapiro, Dynamics and Thermodynamics of Compressible Fluid Flow (volumes I
and II)
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II
Contents
Definition and properties of Fluids, Fluid as continuum, Langragian

and Eulerian description, Stress Tensor, Stokes Hypothesis- Rate of
Strain and Rotation Tensors Velocity and stress field, Fluid statics,
Fluid Kinematics.
Reynolds transport theorem, Integral and differential forms of
governing equations: mass, momentum and energy conservation
equations, Navier-Stokes equations, Eulers equation, Bernoullis
Equation. Stream Function and Vorticity Formulation in two
dimension
Exact solutions of Navier-Stokes Equations. Couette flows,
Poiseuille flows, Fully developed flows in non-circular crosssections, Unsteady flows, Creeping flows.
Hours
Allotted
% of Marks
in EndSemester
Examination
Module
COURSE PLAN
3
15
4
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
IV
VI
Potential Flows. Stream and Velocity potential function, Circulation,

Irrotational vortex, Basic plane potential flows: Uniform stream;
Source and Sink; Vortex flow, Doublet, Superposition of basic plane
potential flows, Flow past a circular cylinder, Magnus effect; KuttaJoukowski lift theorem; Concept of lift and drag.
Boundary layer theory - Parameters of boundary layer Momentum
and Energy integral equations. Karman Pohlhausen method for
approximate solution to momentum integral equation-separation and
Vortex Shedding.Concept of hydrodynamic stability, OrrSommerfeld equation, Boundary layer stability, Transition to
turbulence.
Fluctuations and time-averaging, General equations of turbulent
flow, Turbulent boundary layer equation, Flat plate turbulent
boundary layer, Turbulent pipe flow, Free turbulent flows, Prandtl
Mixing length and Boussinesq's hypothesis, eddy viscosity,
Introduction to turbulence models.
Compressible flow: Review of Isentropic flow, Fanno flow, Raleigh
Flow. Generalised one dimensional flow Governing equations
Influence coefficients Linearized Flow - Linearized velocity
potential equation - Linearized pressure coefficient - Linearized
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15
15
20
20
Subsonic flow - Improved compressibility corrections - Linearized

supersonic flow - Critical Mach Number. Method of characteristics.
Introduction to Hypersonic flows.
END SEMESTER EXAM
16
Course No.
01ME6207
Course Name
IC Engine combustion and
pollution
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To impart an awareness regarding the chemistry of fuel air mixtures and their
combustion
2. Combustion mechanism in the engine cylinder of an IC engine and the
utilization of alternate fuels in IC engines
3. Engine emissions and control
Syllabus
Engine design and operating parameters, Thermo chemistry of fuel air mixtures , Properties of
working fluids, mixture charts, availability analysis, Combustion in SI engines, Combustion in CI
engines, Utilization of alternate fuels- biodiesel, hydrogen, LPG, Natural gas- , HCCI Combustion,
Engine emissions, Emission control technology, emission standards.
Expected Outcome
1. Understand the basic concepts of fuel air mixing and combustion
2. Explore various alternate fuels that are sustainable and emission less
3. Emission standards
1.
2.
3.
4.
References
Heywood JB, IC Engine fundamentals, McGraw hill book Co, 1989
B P Pundir, Engine emissions, Narosa publishing house, 2007
Ganesan, Internal combustion engines, Tata- Mcgraw Hill Publishers, 2002
F Obert, IC Engines and air pollution, Intext educational publishers, 1973
Engine design and operating parameters, Thermo chemistry of fuel-air

4
mixtures
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% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
Properties of working fluids- unburned mixture composition, burned

mixture charts, Exhaust gas composition.
II
Ideal models of engine cycles, Availability analysis of engine processes.

Combustion in SI engines- Thermodynamic analysis, Flame structure
and speed, Cyclic variations in combustion, partial burning and misfire, 8
abnormal combustion
20
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
Combustion in CI engines- Phenomenological model of CI engine

7
combustion, Analysis of cylinder pressure data, fuel spray behaviour
15
IV
Utilization of alternate fuels in IC engines- biodiesel, hydrogen, LPG,

Natural gas- Advantages and disadvantages- HCCI combustion, ASTM
6
specifications
15
VI

Engine emission and air pollution- Genesis and formation of pollutants,
7
SI engine emission control technology

CI engine emission control technology, fuel quality, emission standards
END SEMESTER EXAM
18
20
15
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6999
Research Methodology
0-2-0
2015
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Course Objectives
To prepare the student to do the M. Tech project work with a research bias.
To formulate a viable research question.
To develop skill in the critical analysis of research articles and reports.

To analyze the benefits and drawbacks of different methodologies.
To understand how to write a technical paper based on research findings.
Syllabus
Introduction to Research Methodology-Types of research- Ethical issues- Copy right-royaltyIntellectual property rights and patent law-Copyleft- OpenacessAnalysis of sample research papers to understand various aspects of research methodology:
Defining and formulating the research problem-Literature review-Development of working
hypothesis-Research design and methods- Data Collection and analysis- Technical writing- Project
work on a simple research problem
Approach
Course focuses on students' application of the course content to their unique research interests. The
various topics will be addressed through hands on sessions.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to
1. Understand research concepts in terms of identifying the research problem
2. Propose possible solutions based on research

3. Write a technical paper based on the findings.
4. Get a good exposure to a domain of interest.

5. Get a good domain and experience to pursue future research activities.
References
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology, New Age International, 2004

Panneerselvam, Research Methodology, Prentice Hall of India, New Delhi, 2012.
J. W. Bames, Statistical Analysis for Engineers and Scientists, Tata McGraw-Hill, New York.
Donald Cooper, Business Research Methods, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi.
Leedy P. D., Practical Research: Planning and Design, McMillan Publishing Co.
Day R. A., How to Write and Publish a Scientific Paper, Cambridge University Press, 1989.
7. Manna, Chakraborti, Values and Ethics in Business Profession, Prentice Hall of India, New
Delhi, 2012.
8. Sople, Managing Intellectual Property: The Strategic Imperative, Prentice Hall ofIndia, New
Delhi, 2012.
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% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
Introduction to Research Methodology: Motivation towards research Types of research: Find examples from literature.
II
Professional ethics in research - Ethical issues-ethical committees. Copy

right - royalty - Intellectual property rights and patent law - CopyleftOpenacess -Reproduction of published material - Plagiarism - Citation
and acknowledgement.
Impact factor. Identifying major conferences and important journals in
the concerned area. Collection of at least 4 papers in the area.
Defining and formulating the research problem - Literature SurveyAnalyze the chosen papers and understand how the authors have
undertaken literature review, identified the research gaps, arrived at
their objectives, formulated their problem and developed a hypothesis.
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
IV
VI
Research design and methods: Analyze the chosen papers to

understand formulation of research methods and analytical and
experimental methods used. Study of how different it is from previous
works.
Data Collection and analysis. Analyze the chosen papers and study the
methods of data collection used. - Data Processing and Analysis
strategies used Study the tools used for analyzing the data.
Technical writing - Structure and components, contents of a typical
technical paper, difference between abstract and conclusion, layout,
illustrations and tables, bibliography, referencing and footnotes- use of
tools like Latex
Identification of a simple research problem Literature surveyResearch design- Methodology paper writing based on a hypothetical
result.
END SEMESTER EXAM
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Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6291
Seminar I
0-0-2
2015
Course Objectives
To make students
1. Identify the current topics in the specific stream.

2. Collect the recent publications related to the identified topics.
3. Do a detailed study of a selected topic based on current journals, published papers
and books.
4. Present a seminar on the selected topic on which a detailed study has been done.
5. Improve the writing and presentation skills.
Approach
Students shall make a presentation for 20-25 minutes based on the detailed study of
the topic and submit a report based on the study.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of the seminar, the student should be able to
1. Get good exposure in the current topics in the specific stream.

1. Explore domains of interest so as to pursue the course project.
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Course No.
01ME6293
Course Name
THERMAL ENGINEERING
LAB I
L-T-P
Credits
0-0-2
2015
Course Objectives
1. Should develop knowledge on data acquisition system.
2. Should be able to doheat transfer experiments
3. Should acquire knowledge on FLUENT software packages.
Syllabus
Experiments on heat transfer equipments and wind tunnel, study performance evaluation of steam
turbines variable compression engines etc.; practicing Fluentsoftware packages.
Expected Outcome
1. Understand data acquisition systems.
2. Understand heat transfer problems through lab experiments.
3. Understand the usage of FLUENTsoftware packages.
List of Experiments
1. Experiment on Transient Heat Conduction using data acquisition system.
2. Experiment on Boiling and Condensation.
3. Experiment on Heat Pipe.
4. Experiment on Variable Compression Engine.
5. Experiment on Steam Turbine.
6. Study of FLUENT software (grid generation and preparation of simple models)
7. Analysis of Turbulent flow and heat transfer over a flat plate.
8. Evaluation of CD, Nusselts number
9. Experiment on Wind Tunnel
10. Influence of mass flow rate on heat transfer in internal flow through duct Forced
convection.
11. Experiment on critical heat flux apparatus- for various wire geometry and materials.
12. Laboratory preparation of biodiesel from sunflower oil.
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SEMESTER - II
23
Course No.
01ME6202
Course Name
Advanced Refrigeration and
Cryogenic Engineering
L-T-P
Credits
3-1-0
2015
Course Objectives
The word cryogenics stems from Greek and means "the production of icy cold". The objective of the
course is to give the students basic idea about the history, material selection, design, development,
analysis and applications of Cryogenics in various fields of engineering, medicine and technology.
Syllabus
Simple vapour compression refrigeration cycle and actual cycle - analysis, Ewings construction.
Compressors - reciprocating, centrifugal and screw type, volumetric efficiency and performance.
Limitations of single stage vapour compression refrigeration system. Analyses of multi pressure and
multi evaporator vapour compression refrigeration systems.
Vapour absorption refrigeration systems: Derivation of COP, performance of the system with
different refrigerant and absorber combinations and criteria for selection-performance characteristics
Introduction to Cryogenics, Distinction between Refrigeration
Historicaldevelopment, P r e s e n t areas involving cryogenic engineering
and
Cryogenics,
Applications ofCryogenics: Applications inspace, Food Processing, super Conductivity, Electrical

Power, Biology, Medicine and Electronics .
Cryogenicfluidsand their properties, Properties of materials at cryogenic temperature: Mechanical
properties, Thermal properties, Electricaland magneticproperties.
Production of low temperatures by Joule Thomson expansion, Inversion Curve, Maximum
Inversion temperature, Joule Thomson Coefficient, Isenthalpic expansion of ideal gas, Joule
Thomson expansion of a real gas, Adiabatic expansion, Comparison of J-T and adiabatic
expansions
Gas liquefaction systems: Introduction,Thermodynamicallyideal system, Simple LindeHampson
System, Precooled Linde Hampson System, Linde Dual Pressure System, ClaudeSystem,Kapitza
System, Heylandt System, Collins System
Cooling by adiabatic demagnetization technique, Simon helium Liquefier
Special liquefaction systems for neon, hydrogen and helium
Components of gas liquefaction systems: Heat Exchangers, Compressors and Expanders
Cryogenic Refrigeration cycles : Carnot and IdealStirling Cycle, Derivation of its COP, Philips
refrigerator, Actual Stirling cycle, Cryocooler fundamentals, Different types and their applications,
Stirling, Pulse Tube, Gifford McMahon, Solvay Cryocoolers.
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Cryogenic fluidStorage vessels,Cryogenic Insulations, Safety in Cryogenics
Expected Outcome
After the completion of the course, the student should be able to apply this knowledge
1. in the design and development of refrigeration systems and their components independently
2.in the design and development of cryogenic propulsion systems, gas liquefaction systems,
cryocoolers and their components for different Cryogenic applications like space, superconductivity,
medicine, biology etc
References
1. W F Stoecker: Refrigeration and Air-conditioning
2. Refrigeration and Air-conditioning by C.P. Arora
3. KlausD.TimmerhausandThomasM.Flynn,"CryogenicProcessEngineering"PlenumPress,
NewYork,1989.
4. Cryogenicsystems by RandalF.Barron, McGrawHill,1986
5. CryogenicEngineeringby R.B.Scott
Contents
Simple vapour compression refrigeration cycle and actual cycle analysis, Ewings construction. Compressors - reciprocating, centrifugal
and screw type, volumetric efficiency and performance.
25
Hours Allotted
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
II
Limitations of single stage vapour compression refrigeration system.

Analyses of multi pressure and multi evaporator vapour compression
refrigeration systems.
Vapour absorption refrigeration systems: Derivation of COP,

performance of the system with different refrigerant and absorber
combinations and criteria for selection-performance characteristics
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Introduction to Cryogenics, Distinction between Refrigeration and

Cryogenics, Historicaldevelopment, P r e s e n t areas involving
cryogenic engineering
III
15
Applications ofCryogenics: Applications inspace, Food Processing,

super Conductivity, Electrical Power, Biology, Medicine and
Electronics .
Cryogenicfluidsand their properties, Properties of materials at cryogenic
temperature: Mechanical properties, Thermal properties, Electricaland
magneticproperties.
IV
Production of
low temperatures by Joule Thomson expansion,
Inversion Curve, Maximum Inversion temperature, Joule Thomson
Coefficient, Isenthalpic expansion of ideal gas, Joule Thomson
expansion of a real gas, Adiabatic expansion, Comparison of J-T and
adiabatic expansions
15
5
Gas liquefaction systems: Introduction, Thermodynamically ideal

system, Simple LindeHampson System, Precooled Linde Hampson
System, Linde Dual Pressure System, ClaudeSystem,Kapitza System,
Heylandt System, Collins System. Cooling by adiabatic demagnetization
technique, Simon helium LiquefierSpecial liquefaction systems for neon,
hydrogen and helium
Components of gas liquefaction systems: Heat Exchangers, Compressors
and Expanders
26
8
20
VI
Cryogenic Refrigeration cycles : Carnot and IdealStirling Cycle,

Derivation of its COP, Philips refrigerator, Actual Stirling cycle,
Cryocooler fundamentals, Different types and their applications,
Stirling, Pulse Tube, Gifford McMahon, Solvay Cryocoolers.
Cryogenic fluidStorage and transfer systems,Cryogenic Insulations,
Safety in Cryogenics
END SEMESTER EXAM
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7
20
3
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6204
Measurements in Thermal
Science
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To have an idea about the different characteristics of the measuring systems, including the
uncertainty in measurement and also have a knowledge to statically analyze experimental data
Measurements are a valuable tool for practicing engineering students.
2. Measurement of field quantities temperature, pressure, velocity by intrusive and non
intrusive method under various conditions met with in practice like steady and unsteady
condition and measurement of derived quantities like heat flux , mass flow rate and
temperature in flowing fluids
3. Measurement of thermo physical properties, radiation properties of surfaces, force torque
and power
4. Computer assisted data acquisition, data manipulation and presentation
Syllabus
Characteristics of Measurement Systems - Errors in measurements, Statistical analysis of
experimental data, Thermometry art of temperature measurement, Different methods for
temperature measurement, Introduction to Pressure Measurements-Mechanical and
Electrical types, Measurement of velocity, Laminar & Turbulent flow, Measurement of
thermophysical properties, laser based flow measurement, Rayleigh scattering, Raman
scattering, issues in measurement, data acquisition and processing
Expected Outcome
1. Measurements are to key to any experiments. Having undergone this course the
students will be to measure various parameters related to their experiments and
statistically analyze those data for understanding of the physics of the problem
being studied
2. Majority of thermal systems operate at high temperature. In these systems only
non intrusive type measurements are possible By undergoing this course student
be able to use laser based non intrusive type of measurement for measurement.
3. Having undergone this course the student will be able design their own
experiments.
References
1. J.P.Holman, Experimental methods for Engineers, McGraw-Hill, 2007
2. S.P.Venkateshan, Mechanical Measurements, Ane-Books Pvt Ltd, 2012
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3. Roy.D.Marangoni, John.H.Lienhard, Thomas.G.Beckwith,, Mechanical

Measurements, Pearson education, 2007
4. Richard.S. Figiola, Donald.E. Beasley,Theory and design of mechanical
measurements, Wiley international, 2014
5. R.S.Sirohi, H.C.RadhakrishnaMechanical measurements, New age International,
1991
6. Ernest Doebelin, Mechanical measurements, McGraw-Hill, 2003
7. W. Bolton,Mechatronics, Pearson Education, 2011
8. John Mandal, statistical analysis of experimental data, Dover publications, 1984
9. D.Patranabis, Principle of industrial instrumentation, Tata McGraw-Hill, 2001
10. R.W.Ladenburg,Physical Measurements in Gas Dynamics and Combustion : High Speed
Aerodynamics and Jet Propulsion Vol.IX , Princeton university press, 1954
II
Introduction Characteristics of Measurement Systems - Elements of

Measuring Instruments Performance characteristics - static and dynamic
characteristics,
Errors in measurements, Statistical analysis of experimental data, Error
estimation, Regression analysis: Parity plot
Thermometry art of temperature measurement, Thermoelectric
thermometer, Resistance thermometer, Thermistor, Pyrometer,
Measurement of transient temperature, Errors in Temperature
measurement, Heat flux measurement
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
4
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Introduction
to Pressure Measurements-Mechanical and Electrical

types-Pressure transducer- Differential Pressure Transmitters
III
IV
15
Measurement of vacuum-Measurement of velocity(Velocity map

using Pitot tube and Pitot static tube, Hot wire anemometer)
Measurement of thermophysical properties(Thermal conductivity,

specific heat, Calorific value of fuels, Viscosity, Humidity and moisture)
29
15
Radiation properties of surfaces, Measurements of gas concentration

3
Principle and application of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) and Laser
Doppler Velociemtry (LDV); interferometry
VI
Fundamentals of spectroscopy; Rayleigh scattering; Raman Scattering,

Laser Induced Fluorescene, and their application in species
concentration and temperature measurements
Issues in measurement, Data Acquisition and Processing - General

Data Acquisition system - Signal conditioning - Data transmission
- A/D & D/A conversion Computer aided experimentation
END SEMESTER EXAM
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20
4
20
Course No.
01ME6206
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
Thermal Turbomachines
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
To input knowledge on various types of thermal turbo machines and their operation, flow
mechanism through them, performance evaluation, design and testing.
Syllabus
General study of Turbo machines, Efficiencies, Incompressible and compressible flow analysis,
Specific speed, Degree of reaction, Losses in turbomachines, Cascade Testing, Test results, cascade
correlations, Axial flow turbines and compressors, Centrifugal compressors and radial flow turbines,
Three dimensional flows in axial turbines, Axial Fans, Propellers, Centrifugal fans, Design
parameters and losses, Steam turbines, Design of components, experiments on turbine blades,
Internal losses, Governing, Hydraulic, nozzle and throttle governing, Ljungstrom Turbine, Gas
turbines, Intercooling, Reheating and Regeneration cycles, Open cycle arrangements, applications,
High temperature turbine stages, Analysis, Salient features of various types of combustion
chambers, combustor chamber design
Expected Outcome
By undergoing the course, one will be able to understand the working of different turbomachines
under different operating conditions, the flow mechanism, design parameters and will be able to
design a system for the required output at the given conditions.
References
1. S.L.Dixon, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Turbomachinery, 1998
2. Shepherd D G, Principles of turbomachinery
3. Horlock J H, Axial flow turbines
4. H I H Saravanamuttoo, G F C Rogers, H Cohen, Gas Turbines theory, 2001
5. P G Hill, C R Peterson, Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion
6. S M Yahya, Turbines, compressors and fans
7. G T Csandy, Theory of turbo machines
8. G Gopalakrishnan, D Prithviraj, A Treatise on Turbomachines
9. John flee, Theory and design of Steam and Gas Turbines
10. W J Kearton, Steam turbine -Theory and practice
11. R Yadav, Steam and Gas turbines
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12. V Ganesan, Gas Turbines
II
III
Incompressible and compressible flow machines- Analysis,

Fundamental equation of energy transfer in turbo machines - flow
mechanism- vane congruent flow- velocity triangles- slip and its
estimation- losses and efficiencies- degree of reaction, shape number
and specific speed, Polytropic efficiency, Multistagingin turbo
machines
Two dimensional cascades- Cascade nomenclature, lift and drag,

losses and efficiency- Compressor and turbine cascade performance,
test results, correlations, off design performance, optimum space
chord ratio of turbine blades
Axial flow turbines- two dimensional theory- Velocity diagram,

Thermodynamics, Stage losses and efficiency,
Soderbergs
correlation, stage reaction, diffusion within blade rows, efficiencies
and characteristics,Axial flow compressors- Two dimensional
analysis, Velocity diagram, Thermodynamics, Stage losses and
efficiency, reaction ratio, stage loading, stage pressure rise, stability
of compressors.
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Centrifugal compressors- Theoretical analysis- inlet casing, impeller,
diffuser, inlet velocity limitations, optimum design of compressor
inlet, pre whirl, slip factor, pressure ratio, choking in a compressor
stage, Mach number at exit
Radial flow turbines- Types of inlet flow turbines (IFR),
thermodynamics of 90 IFR turbine, efficiency, Mach number
relations, loss coefficients, off design operating conditions, losses,
32
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
15
4
15
pressure ratio limits.
IV
Three dimensional flows in axial turbines- Theory of radial

equilibrium, indirect and direct problems, compressible flow through
a fixed blade row, constant specific mass flow rate, free vortex, off
design performance, blade row interaction effects, diffusion within
blade rows, efficiencies and characteristics.
Axial fans- fan applications, Fan stage parameters, Types of axial fan
stages, Propellers, Performance of Axial fans, Types of centrifugal
fans- Design parameters, Drum and partial type fans, Losses, Fan
bearings and drives- Fan Noise, Dust erosion of fans

Steam turbine cycles, efficiency, Design of nozzle, Design of turbine
flow passages- experiments on turbine blades, internal losses in steam
turbines, state point locus and reheat factor, turbine performance at
varying loads- Mixed pressure turbine, Back pressure and pass out
turbine
15
4
20
Construction of nozzles, diaphragms, turbine rotors, cylinders Glands and packing devices, bearings and lubrication , governors and
governor gears, simple governors, hydraulic, hydraulic and nozzle
governing, Ljungstrom turbine.
Improvement in gas turbine power cycles- Intercooling, Reheating

and Regeneration, its effect on performance, operating variables, open
cycle arrangements, basic requirements of working mediaApplications in air crafts, surface vehicles, electric power generation,
petrochemical industries, cryogenics.
VI
Higher temperature turbine stages- effect of high gas temperaturemethods of cooling- high temperature materials- heat exchange in a
cooled blade- ideal cooled and actual cooled stage. Salient features of
various types of combustion chambers, principles of combustor
chamber design
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20
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6212
Computational Fluid
Dynamics
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
Physical problems can be modeled as partial differential equation and often non-linear. These
equations cab not be solved by analytical methods and suitable numerical techniques are to be
applied. CFD is one such method and the basics, formulation, solution will be introduced to
students.
Syllabus
Introduction to CFD and principles of conservation. Classification of PDE. Finite volume method.
SIMPLE procedure. Discretisation procedure, Solution Methods.
Introduction to CFD. History and Philosophy of computational fluid

dynamics, CFD as a design and research tool, Applications of CFD in
engineering. Numerical vs Analytical vs Experimental, Modelingvs
Experimentation. Fundamental principles of conservation, Reynolds
transport theorem, Conservation of mass, Conservation of linear
momentum: Navier-Stokes equation, Conservation of Energy, General
scalar transport equation.
Mathematical behavior of partial differential equations: Methods of
determining the classification, General behavior of Hyperbolic, Parabolic
and Elliptic equations. Solution of Systems of Linear Algebraic
Equations. Elimination method: Forward elimination and backward
substitution, Tridiagonal matrix algorithm (TDMA):
34
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
Expected Outcome
At the end of the course the students will be equipped with mathematical background to solve a
physical problem with CFD techniques. Finite volume method is explored to solve practical cases.
Commercial CFD packages can be confidently used after understanding the theory behind it.
Discretization procedure, time stepping, convergence etc will be explored.
COURSE PLAN
15
II
III
IV
VI
Iteration methods: Jacobis method and Gauss Siedel method,

Generalized analysis of the iterative methods, Sufficient condition for
convergence, Rate of convergence, ADI (Alternating direction implicit)
method, Gradient search methods: Steepest descent method and
Conjugate gradient method.
Grid generation: Algebraic Grid Generation, Elliptic Grid Generation,

Hyperbolic Grid Generation, Parabolic Grid Generation.
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Finite difference approximations for differential coefficients, order of
accuracy, numerical examples-Stability, convergence and consistency of
numerical schemes Von-Neumann analysis for stability-CourantFriedrich- Lewi criterion.
Finite volume method for unstructured grids: Advantages, Cell Centered
and Nodal point Approaches, Solution of Generic Equation with tetra
hedral Elements, 2-D Heat conduction with Triangular Elements
Finite volume discretization of convection-diffusion problem: Central
difference scheme, Upwind scheme, Exponential scheme and Hybrid
scheme, Power law scheme, Generalized convection-diffusion
formulation, Finite volume discretization of two-dimensional convectiondiffusion problem, The concept of false diffusion, QUICK, SIMPLE,
PISO and PROJECTION algorithms for incompressible flow.
Important features of turbulent flow, Homogeneous turbulence and
isotropic turbulence, General Properties of turbulent quantities, Reynolds
average Navier stokes (RANS) equation, Closure problem in turbulence:
Necessity of turbulence modeling, Different types of turbulence model:
Eddy viscosity models, Mixing length model, Turbulent kinetic energy
and dissipation, The - model, Advantages and disadvantages of -
model, More two-equation models: RNG - model and - model,
Reynolds stress model (RSM),Large eddy Simulation (LES),Direct
numerical simulation (DNS)
END SEMESTER EXAM
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15
15
15
20
20
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6214
Control Engineering
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To introduce the mathematical modeling of systems, open loop and closed loop
systems and analyses in time domain and frequency domain.
2. To impart the knowledge on the concept of stability and various methods to analyze
stability in both time and frequency domain.
3. To introduce sampled data control system.
Syllabus
INTRODUCTION: Historical review, Parts of a control system, Multidisciplinary nature. Transfer
function models. OPEN AND CLOSED LOOP SYSTEMS: Feedback control systems Control
system components. Block diagram representation. Signal flow graphs. Basic characteristics of
feedback control systems.
Routh stability criterion. Performance specifications in time-domain. Root locus method of design. ,
Polar plots, Bodes plot. Stability in frequency domain, Nyquist plots. Z-Transforms. Introduction to
digital control system. Introduction to Fuzzy control: Fuzzy sets and linguistic variables, The fuzzy
control scheme.
Expected Outcome
1. Ability to apply mathematical knowledge to model the systems and analyse the frequency
domain.
2. Ability to check the stability of both time and frequency domain.
3. Basic knowledge of Digital and Fuzzy control systems.
References
1.
2.
3.
4.
Gopal. M., Control Systems: Principles and Design, Tata McGraw-Hill.

Kuo, B.C., Automatic Control System, Prentice Hall.
Ogata, K., Modern Control Engineering, Prentice Hall.
Nagrath&Gopal, Modern Control Engineering, New Ages International.
36
OPEN AND CLOSED LOOP SYSTEMS: Feedback control systems Control

system components.
II
Block diagram representation of control systems, Reduction of block

diagrams, Signal flow graphs, Output to input ratios.
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
INTRODUCTION: Historical review, Parts of a control system,

Multidisciplinary nature.Transfer function models of mechanical,
electrical, thermal and hydraulic systems. Analogies, mechanical and
electrical components.
Module
Contents
Hours Allotted
COURSE PLAN
15
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
Basic characteristics of feedback control systems:Stability, steady-state

accuracy, transient accuracy, disturbance rejection, insensitivity and
robustness. Basic modes of feedback control: proportional, integral and
derivative.
Routh stability criterion. Time response of second-order systems, steadystate errors and error constants. Performance specifications in timedomain. Root locus method of design.
Frequency-response analysis:Relationship between time & frequency

response, Polar plots, Bodes plot.
IV
VI
Stability in frequency domain, Nyquist plots. Nyquist stability criterion.

Performance specifications in frequency-domain.Lead and Lag
compensation.
SAMPLED DATA SYSTEMS: Z-Transforms. Introduction to digital control
system. Special features of digital control systems.
20
4
20
4
Digital Controllers and Digital PID controllers.
Introduction to Fuzzy control: Fuzzy sets and linguistic variables, The fuzzy
control scheme.
37
15
15
Fuzzification and defuzzification methods, Examples, Comparison between

conventional and fuzzy control.
END SEMESTER EXAM
38
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6216
Advances in Radiative Heat

Transfer
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
To reinforce the concept of radiative heat transfer and have a clear knowledge of
configuration factor.
To gain deep knowledge in gas radiation.
Syllabus
Fundamentals of Thermal Radiation, Nature and Basic Laws of thermal radiation. Electromagnetic
spectrum. Definition of characteristics of black body, properties of non-black opaque surfaces.
Introduction to radiative characteristics of opaque surfaces and gases, Introduction to radiative
characteristics of solids, liquids and particles. Radiative properties of opaque non-metals, metals,
Selective and directional opaque surfaces and selective transmission. Introduction to enclosure
theory and use of geometric configuration factors. Radiative exchange between grey and diffuse
surfaces, electrical network analogy. Enclosure theory for diffuse surfaces with spectrally
dependent properties. Enclosures with partially specular surfaces, radiation shields, semitransparent sheets. Radiation in participating media, important properties for study of gas
radiation, Radiative Transfer Equation and its solution for straight line path, Radiative Transfer
Equation for absorbing and emitting atmosphere. Radiation combined with conduction and
convection at boundaries, Numerical Integration methods for use with enclosure equations,
Numerical equations for combined mode of energy transfer. Numerical Solution Techniques,
Monte Carlo Method.Numerical Solution methods for combined radiation, conduction and
convection in participating media, Finite Difference Method, Finite Element Method, Zonal
Method, Monte Carlo Technique
Expected Outcome
Student will acquire good basics in radiative heat transfer.
Student will be able to tackle problems of gas radiation even for different conditions.
References
1. C. Balaji, Essentials of Radiation Heat Transfer, Wiley Publications, 2014.
2. Robert Siegel and John Howell, Thermal Radiation Heat Transfer, 4th
edition, CRC Press, Taylor and Francis Group, 2002
39
3. Michel F Modest, Radiative Heat Transfer, Academic Press, Elsevier
Science,2003
II
Fundamentals of Thermal Radiation, Nature and Basic Laws of thermal

radiation, Emissive power, Solid angle, Radiation Intensity, Radiative
Heat flux, radiation pressure
Electromagnetic spectrum, Definition of characteristics of black body,
experimental production of black body, properties of non-black opaque
surfaces.
Introduction to radiative characteristics of opaque surfaces and gases,
Introduction to radiative characteristics of solids, liquids and particles.
Outline of radiative transport theory. Radiative properties of opaque
non-metals, metals, Selective and directional opaque surfaces and
selective transmission.
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
3
15
4
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
IV
Introduction to enclosure theory and use of geometric configuration

factors, configuration factor between two surfaces. Radiative exchange
between grey and diffuse surfaces, electrical network analogy.
Enclosure theory for diffuse surfaces with spectrally dependent
properties. Surfaces with directionally and spectrally dependent
properties. Enclosures with partially specular surfaces, radiation
shields, electrical network analogy, semi-transparent sheets
Radiation in participating media, important properties for study of gas
radiation, Radiative Transfer Equation and its solution for straight line
path, , Radiative Transfer Equation for absorbing and emitting
atmosphere
40
3
15
4
15
Radiation combined with conduction and convection at boundaries,

Numerical Integration methods for use with enclosure equations,
Numerical equations for combined mode of energy transfer. Numerical
Solution Techniques, Monte Carlo Method.
VI
Numerical Solution methods for combined radiation, conduction and

convection in participating media, Finite Difference Method, Finite
Element Method, Zonal Method, Monte Carlo Technique for radiatively
participating media.
END SEMESTER EXAM
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20
20
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6218
Solar Thermal Engineering
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To impart an awareness regarding collection and utilization of solar energy
2. To make student capable of designing a suitable system to tap energy in a
given situation.
Syllabus
Introduction to Solar Radiation. Instruments for measuring solar radiation. Method of collection
and thermal conversion. Solar air heaters. Thermal energy storage. Solar pond, solar refrigeration,
solar thermal electric conversion, other applications. Economic analysis of solar thermal conversion.
Expected Outcome
The students are able to design a suitable system to tap energy and use it for various
applications according to situation.
References
1. F Kreith and J F Kreider: Principles of Solar thermal Engg.
2. J A Diffie and W A Beckman: Solar Engineering of Thermal processes
3. A B Meinel and F P Meinel: Applied Solar Engineering
4. S P Sukhatme: Solar Energy
Contents
Hours Allotted
Introduction, solar radiation- solar radiation data, solar radiation

geometry, empirical equations for predicting solar radiation. Solar
radiation on tilted surfaces.
42
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
II
Solar radiation on tilted surfaces. Instruments for measuring solar

radiation.
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
Methods of collection and thermal conversion, Liquid flat plate

collectors, concentrating collectors.
IV
Thermal energy storage- sensible heat storage, latent heat storage,

thermo chemical storage.

Solar pond, solar refrigeration, solar thermal electric conversion,
other applications.
V
VI
Economic analysis of solar thermal conversion.

END SEMESTER EXAM
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15
15
20
20
Course No.
Course Name
Boundary Layer Theory

01ME6222
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
Understand the boundary layer model and different analytic methods; and introduce advanced topics in
applied fluid mechanics
Syllabus
Introduction, Importance of viscous flow, Governing equations,Navier-Stokes equation. Boundary layer
approximations, two-dimensional boundary layer equations, asymptotic theory, Blasius solution and
Falkner Skan solutions, momentum integral methods, introduction to axisymmetric and threedimensional boundary layers, compressible boundary layer equations, recovery factor, Reynolds
analogy factor, heat transfer, stability of boundary layer flows, Boundary layer control: turbulent
flows-phenomenological theories, Reynolds stress, turbulent boundary layer on flat plate, pipe
flows, flows in pressure gradient.
Expected Outcome
Students will be able to gain thorough understanding of hydrodynamic and thermal boundary layer.
References
1. Schlichting H., Boundary Layer Theory, McGraw-Hill, 1968.
2. Rosenhead, Laminar Boundary, Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1962.
3. Viscous fluid flow by Frank M. White.
4. Hydrodynamics by H. Lamb
Contents
Introduction, Importance of viscous flow, Governing equations,Navier-
Stokes equation.
44
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Module
Hours Allotted
COURSE PLAN
15
Boundary layer approximations, two-dimensional boundary layer

equations.
II
Asymptotic theory, Blasius solution and Falkner Skan solutions,

momentum integral methods.
6
15
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
Introduction to axisymmetric and three-dimensional boundary layers,

compressible boundary layer equations.
Recovery factor, Reynolds analogy factor.
Heat transfer, stability of boundary layer flows.
4
4
IV
15
Boundary layer control: turbulent flows-phenomenological theories

4
V
Reynolds stress, turbulent boundary layer on flat plate.
Pipe flows, flows in pressure gradient.

7
END SEMESTER EXAM
45
20
20
Course No.
01ME6224
Course Name
Energy Conservation and heat
recovery Systems
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To impart awareness regarding conservation of energy.
2. Create awareness for the judicious and efficient usage of energy.
3. Acquire knowledge about waste heat recovery.
Syllabus
Energy conservation definition and concept-Energy conservation Act and its features Schemes of
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)Sources of waste heat and its potential Waste heat survey and
measurements,Definition, need, application, advantages, classification, saving Potential. Waste Heat
Recovery: Concept of conversion efficiency commercially viable waste heat recovery devices. Heat
recovery equipment and systems, Heat Exchangers, Incinerators Regenerators and Recuperates. Waste
Heat boilers combined cycle Co-generation & Tri-generation:Energy conservation in Buildings
and Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC)building envelope, insulation, lighting,
Heatingventilation and air conditioning
Expected Outcome
1. Students will become aware of the importance of energy conservation.
2. Familiarize the energy conservation act and bureau of energy efficiency
3. Understand the need of waste heat recovery and energy conservation in buildings.
References
1. A K Raja, AmitPrakshShrivastava, Manish Dwivedi, Power Plant Engineering, New Age
International Publishers
2. W.C.Turner, Wiley, Energy Management Handbook, New York, 1982
3. M.S.Sodha, N.K. Bansal, P.K. Bansal, A. Kumar and M.A.S. Malik, Solar Passive Building
Science and Design, Pergamon Press, 1986
4. AmlanChakrabarti, Energy engineering and management, PHI Learning, New Delhi 2015
5. G.R. Nagpal, S.C. Sharma, Power plant Engineering, Khanna Publishers, 2013
46
II
Energy conservation definition and concept-Energy conservation Act

and its features. Schemes of Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE))
Designated consumers, State Designated Agencies
Sources of waste heat and its potential. Waste heat survey and
measurements,Definition,
need,
application,
advantages,
classification, saving Potential
Waste Heat Recovery: Concept of conversion efficiency commercially viable waste heat recovery devices. Heat recovery
equipment and systems. Heat Exchangers types and applications.
Incinerators and recuperators - regenerators
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
3
15
4
15
20
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
Fundamentals of heat pipe, heat pump and heat wheel.
Waste Heat boilers types and application design considerations

Combined cycle and heat recovery.
IV
3
4
Combined Heat and Power Topping cycle and bottoming cycle

types of cogeneration systems and application
15
4

V
VI
Organic Rankine Cycles principle types and applications.
Trigeneration Technology- types- application
Energy conservation in domestic and commercial buildings- Energy

conservation opportunitiesand measures.
Energy Conservation Building Codes (ECBC) building envelope,
insulation, lighting, Heating ventilation and air conditioning
END SEMESTER EXAM
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15
3
20
4
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6226
Combustion Science
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
To impart knowledge about thermodynamics of reacting mixtures, ignition and flammability, flame
propagation and stabilization and different kinds of burners.
Syllabus
Thermodynamics of reacting mixtures bond energy, heat of formation, heat of reaction, adiabatic
flame temperature entropy changes for reacting mixtures chemical equilibrium .
Elements of chemical kinetics Law of mass action order and molecularity of reaction Arrhenius
Law collision theory of reaction rates transition state theory general theory of chain reactions
combustion of CO and hydrogen, Analysis of chemical equilibrium product concentrations using CEA.
Ignition and flammability determination of self ignition temperature and experimental results energy
required for ignition- flame quenching. Flame propagation premixed and diffusion flames, theory of
laminar flame propagation empirical equations for laminar and turbulent flame velocities. Flame
stabilization mechanisms of flame stabilization, critical boundary velocity gradient stabilization by
eddies bluff body stabilization Gaseous Burner flames.Droplet Combustion.Boundary layer
combustion. Combustion of coal -fluidised bed combustion-gasification of coal. oil burners, gas
burners, stoves. Combustion in rocket motors shock tubes, combustion instability, supersonic
combustion. Free burning fires-flame spread over fuel beds-forest fires-fires in buildings-liquid fuel
pool fires-fire suppression and prevention. Combustion generated air pollution. Clean combustion
systems.
Expected Outcome
The students will be capable of design optimum combustion chambers for the given requirements. They
will be able to select the required type of burners for various applications.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
References
Combustion Flame and Explosion of Gases- Lewis and von Elbe
Some fundamentals of combustion-D B Spalding
Fundamentals of combustion-Strehlow R A
Elementary Reaction Kinetics-J L Lathan
Flames-Gaydon A G &Wolfhard H G
Combustion-Jerzy Chomiak
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Thermodynamics of reacting mixtures bond energy, heat of

formation, heat of reaction.
I
II
Adiabatic flame temperature entropy changes for reacting mixtures

chemical equilibrium equilibrium criteria evaluation of
equilibrium constants and equilibrium composition.
Elements of chemical kinetics Law of mass action order and
molecularity of reaction rate equation Arrhenius Law activation
energy collision theory of reaction rates transition state theory
general theory of chain reactions combustion of CO and hydrogen,
Analysis of chemical equilibrium product concentrations using CEA.
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Module
COURSE PLAN
3
15
4
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
IV
Ignition and flammability methods of ignition self ignition

thermal theory of ignition determination of self ignition temperature
and experimental results.
Energy required for ignition- limits of inflammability factors
affecting flammability limits flame quenching effects of variables
on flame quenching.
Flame propagation factors affecting flame speed premixed and
diffusion flames, physical structure and comparison characteristics
of laminar and turbulent flames theory of laminar flame propagation
empirical equations for laminar and turbulent flame velocities.
Flame stabilization stability diagrams for open flames mechanisms
of flame stabilization, critical boundary velocity gradient
stabilization by eddies bluff body stabilization effects of variables
on stability limits.
3
15
4
4
15
4
VI
Gaseous Burner flames.Droplet Combustion.Boundary layer

combustion. Combustion of coal burning of pulverised coal-fluidised
bed combustion-gasification of coal.
Combustion applications-coal burning equipment, oil burners, gas
burners, stoves. Combustion in rocket motors
solid and liquid propellant combustion, shock tubes, combustion
instability, supersonic combustion.
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4
20
3
3
20
Free burning fires-flame spread over fuel beds-forest fires-fires in

buildings-liquid fuel pool fires-fire suppression and prevention
Combustion generated air pollution. Clean combustion systems.
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Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6228
Microfluidics
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. Introduce students the fundamentals and familiarize the students with important aspects of
hydrodynamics in microsystems.
2. To make the students aware of various microfabrication and characterization technologies
and different applications of microfluidics.
Syllabus
Introduction to microfluidics; Electrohydrodynamics; Physics at microscale;
Hydrodynamics
of
microsystems;
Microfabrication
technologies;
Microflow
characterization; Micromechanicl flow control-micropumps and valves; Microfluidics and
thermal transfers; Diffusion, mixing and separation in microsystems;
Applications of
microfluidics
Expected Outcome
1. The students are introduced the importance of development of microfluidic devices for
engineering applications.
2. The students are capable to analyze various phenomena takes place in microfluidic
gadgets.
References
1. Nam-Trung Nguyen and Steven T. Wereley , Fundamentals and Applications of
Microfluidics, Artech House, 2e, 2006
2. PatricTabeling, Introduction to Microfluidics, Oxford University Press, 1e , 2010
3. Brian J. Kirby, Micro and Nanoscale Fluid Mechanics : Transport in microfluidic devices,
Cambridge University Press, 1e, 2010
4. Dongqing Li, Encyclopedia of Microfluidics and Nanofluidics, Springer, 1e, 2008
5. Sushanta K. Mitra and SumanChakraborty, Microfluidics
and Nanofluidics Handbook :
Fabrication, Implementation,
and Applications , CRC Press, 1e, 2012
6. Jean Berthier, Microdrops and Digital Microfluidics, Willam Andrew Inc.1e, 2008
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II
III
IV
Introduction to microfluidics and lab-on-a-chip devices,

Intermolecular Forces, Continuum Assumption, Continuum Fluid
Mechanics at Small Scales, Gas Flows, Liquid Flows, Boundary
Conditions, Parallel Flows, Low Reynolds Number Flows
Entrance Effects Surface Tension
The electrohydrodynamics of microsystems- Electrokinetics,
Electro-Osmosis, Electrophoresis, Dielectrophoresis
Microfabrication techniques Photolithography, Additive
Techniques, Subtractive Techniques, Pattern Transfer Techniques,
Silicon-Based Micromachining Techniques,
Silicon Bulk
Micromachining, Silicon Surface Micromachining, Polymer-Based
Micromachining Techniques, Thick Resist Lithography Polymeric
Surface Micromachining, Soft Lithography
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Experimental flow characterization- Pointwise Methods , FullField Methods, Fundamental Physics Considerations of MicroPIV, Special Processing Methods for Micro-PIV Recordings,
Advanced Processing Methods, Flow in a Microchannel, Particle
Tracking Velocimetry
Microvalves- Design Considerations Pneumatic Valves ,
Thermopneumatic Valves,
Thermomechanical
Valves,
Piezoelectric Valves, Electromagnetic Valves, Capillary-Force
Valves
Micromechanical Pumps Check-Valve Pumps, Peristaltic
Pumps,
Valveless Rectification Pumps,
Rotary Pumps,
Centrifugal Pumps, Ultrasonic Pumps, Micro- Nonmechanical
Pumps - Electrical Pumps, Surface Tension Driven Pumps,
Chemical Pumps, Magnetic Pumps, Scaling Law for Micropumps
Diffusion, mixing, and separation in microsystemsThe
microscopic origin of diffusion processes, Advection -diffusion
equation and its properties,
Analysis of some diffusion
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Module
COURSE PLAN
15
4
15
15
15
4
20
VI
phenomena, Analysis of dispersion phenomena,

Notions on
chaos and chaotic mixing, Mixing in microsystems: a few
examples, Adsorption phenomena
Microfluidics and thermal transfers - Conduction of heat in gases,
liquids, and solids, Gas flows at moderate Knudsen numbers,
Convection-diffusion heat equation and properties,
Heat
transfers in the presence of flows in microsystems
Applications
- lab-on-a-chip,
microfilters, microneedles,
micromixer,microreactor,microdispensors,
microseperators,
Digital microfluidics
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20
3
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME6292
Mini Project
0-0-4
2015
Course Objectives
To make students
Design and develop a system or application in the area of their specialization.
Approach
The student shall present two seminars and submit a report. The first seminar shall
highlight the topic, objectives, methodology, design and expected results. The second
seminar is the presentation of the work / hardware implementation.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of the mini project, the student should be able to
1. Identify and solve various problems associated with designing and implementing a
system or application.
2. Test the designed system or application.
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Course No.
01ME6294
Course Name
THERMAL ENGINEERING
LAB II
L-T-P
Credits
0-0-2
2015
Course Objectives
Enable the students to do convective heat transfer experiments and verify the correlations
also understand the importance of various dimensionless numbers in heat transfer analysis.
Syllabus
Experiment on convective heat transfer, compact heat exchanger refrigeration system.
Expected Outcome
Students will be capable of analyzing heat transfer problems. Doing measurements using
probes.
List of Experiments
1. Generation of correlation for natural convection process by experimental method.
2. Generation of correlation for forced convection by experimental method.
3. Performance evaluation of compact heat exchangers.
4. Experiment to determine the effect of condenser and evaporator Pressure on Vapour compression
refrigeration system.
5. Analysis of Natural Convection in an enclosure. Evaluation of Nusselts number and comparison
with reported results.
6. Analysis of flow and heat transfer through porous media.
7. Flow and heat transfer in a rotating disc.
8. Pressure measurement using probes.
9. Experiment on flow visualization.
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SEMESTER - III
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Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7211
Nuclear Reactor Engineering
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To introduce the basic concepts of nuclear energy production.
2. To introduce various types of reactors and factors involved in the construction of
nuclear reactors and
3. To introduce the basic concepts radiation protection.
Syllabus
Review of elementary nuclear physics, Nuclear Reactions and Radiations, Nuclear reactor
principles, Materials of reactor construction, Nuclear fuels and Nuclear fuel cycle, Boiling water
reactor, Pressurized water Reactor, Introduction to Light Water and Advanced heavy water reactor
concepts, Liquid Metal fast reactors, Reactor Heat Removal, The fusion process, Radiation safety,
Safety approaches in reactor Design, Regulatory process in India
Expected Outcome
1. Gain knowledge on different types of technologies employed in nuclear reactors
2. Gain knowledge on factors to be considered for designing equipments for
nuclear power plants
3. Awareness about the safety systems in nuclear power plant and radiation
protection
References
1. Samuel Glasstone ,AlexanderSesonske , Nuclear Reactor Engineering Reactor
Design Basics (Volume - 1), 4th Edition, CBS Publisher,2004 .
2. Samuel Glasstone,AlexanderSesonske, Nuclear Reactor Engineering : Reactor
Systems Engineering (Volume - 2), 4th Edition, CBS Publisher,2004.
3. Lamarsh, John. Introduction to Nuclear Engineering. 3rd ed. Englewood Cliffs, NJ:
Prentice Hall, 2001
4. G. Vaidyanathan, Nuclear Reactor Engineering, 1stEdition, S Chand,2013.
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Review of elementary nuclear physics. Liquid drop model of nuclear

fission.
II
Nuclear Reactions and Radiations: Principles of radioactive decayinteraction of , & rays with matter, neutron cross sections and
reactions.
Nuclear reactor principles: The fission process-chain reaction. Basic
principles of controlled fission. Reactor classification-critical size, basic
diffusion theory, slowing down of neutrons-neutron flux and power.
Four factor formula, six factor formula-criticality condition, basic
features of reactor control-fission product poisoning, effect of
temperature on reactivity.
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
5
4
15
3
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Materials of reactor construction: Fuel, moderator, coolant, structural
materials, cladding, radiation damage.
III
IV
Nuclear fuels: Metallurgy of uranium, general principles of solvent

extraction, reprocessing of irradiated fuel, separation process, Fuel
enrichment.
Boiling water reactor: Description of reactor system, main components,
control and safety features.
Pressurized water Reactor: Description of reactor system, main
components, control and safety features.
Introduction to Light Water and Advanced heavy water reactor
concepts.
Liquid Metal fast reactors: layouts, fuel design, Intermediate Circuits
Sodium pumps Auxiliary Circuits Reactor.
Heat Removal: Basic equations of heat transfer as applied to reactor
cooling, decay heat removal, Reactor heat transfer systems, heat
removed in fast reactors.
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4
15
3
2
3
15
2
20
4
The fusion process: Inertial confinement fusion, magnetic confinement,

Lawsons Criteria.
VI
Radiation safety: Reactor shielding-radiation doses, standards of

radiation protection, nuclear waste disposal.
Safety approaches in reactor Design: Defense in depth, design basis
events, beyond design basis events. Regulatory process in India: Site
approval. Construction approval, operating license and regulatory
inspection.
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1
4
20
3
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7213
Advanced Optimization
Techniques
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To understand the techniques and applications of engineering optimization.
2. To choose the appropriate optimization method that is more efficient to the problem at hand.
3. To formulate the given problem in a mathematical format that is acceptable to an
optimization algorithm
Syllabus
Introduction to Optimization Linear Programming Non Linear Programming One Dimensional
Unconstrained Minimization - Unconstrained optimization of functions involving several variables
Constrained optimization Integer and Discrete programming Penalty Function methods - Goal
programming Pareto optimality.
Expected Outcome
1. The student will be able to appreciate the application of optimization problems in varied
disciplines.
2. The student will be able to model a real-world decision problem as an optimization problem.
3.
The student will be able to perform a critical evaluation and interpretation of analysis and
optimization results.
References
1. H.A. Taha, Operations Research: An Introduction, Pearson Education

2. S.S. Rao, Engineering Optimization: Theory and Practice, New Age International Publishers.
3. A.D. Belegundu, T.R. Chandrupatla, Optimization Concepts and Applications in Engineering, Pearson
Education.
4. H. M. Wagner, Principles of Operations Research, Prentice- Hall of India Pvt. Ltd.
5. Kalavathy.S, Operations Research with C Programs, Vikas Publishing House Pvt. Ltd.
6. M.S. Bazaraa, J.J. Jarvis, H.D. Sherali, Linear Programming and Network Flows, John Wiley & Sons.
7. Kalyanmoy Deb, Optimization for Engineering Design: Algorithms and Examples, Prentice-Hall of India
Pvt. Ltd.
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Introduction to Optimization: Historical sketch, Engineering

applications of optimization, Statement of an optimization
problem, Classification of optimization problems.
10
II
Linear Programming (LP):Review of simplex method,

Revised Simplex method, Duality in LP, Decomposition
principle, Sensitivity analysis.
20
III
Nonlinear Programming (NLP):One Dimensional

Unconstrained minimization- Single Variable minimization,
Unimodality and Bracketing the Minimum, Fibonacci
method, Golden Section method, Polynomial based methods:
Brents Algorithm, Newtons method.
15
IV
Unconstrained optimization: Function involving several

variables, Optimality conditions, Convexity, The Steepest
Descent method, The Conjugate Gradient method, Newtons
method, Quasi-Newton method, DFP method, BFGS
method.
15
20
20
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
VI
Constrained Optimization: Problem formulation, Optimality

conditions, Lagrange multiplier method, KKT conditions,
Farkas Lemma, Convex problems, Zoutendijks method, The
GRG method.
Integer and Discrete Programming: Zero-one Programming,
Branch and Bound algorithm for mixed integers, Gomory cut
method.
Penalty Function methods: Exterior Penalty Functions,
Interior Penalty Functions, The Augmented Lagrangian
method.
Goal Programming, Pareto optimality.
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Course No.
01ME7215
Course Name
Finite Element Method
Heat Transfer and Fluid
Flow
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
The subject is aimed at providing knowledge for the mathematical formulation and solution using
Finite Element Method for engineering problems associated with heat transfer and fluid flow.
Basic formulation, solving and post processing will be studied.
Syllabus
Review of heat transfer, fluid flow and linear algebra. Finite element procedure using variational
and Galerkin procedure. Formation of solution matrix from the given physical problem. Solution
methods. Programming practice. Introduction to general purpose FEM packages.
Expected Outcome
At the end of the course the student will be able to solve complex physical problems coupled with
heat transfer and fluid flow using FEM. They will be able to identify the boundary conditions and
their incorporation in to the FE equations, solve the problems, interpret the analysis results for the
improvement or modification of the system.
References
1. Reddy J.N.,Gartling. D.K., The Finite Element Method in Heat Transfer and Fluid
dynamics,
CRC Press, 2007.
2. Cook,Robert.D., Plesha,Michael.E& Witt,Robert.J. Concepts and Applications of Finite
Element Analysis,Wiley Student Edition, 2004. ISBN-10 81-265-1336-5
3. Lewis R.W., et al.. The Finite Element method in Heat Transfer Analysis, John Wiley &
Sons
4. P. Nithiarasu, Lewis, K.N. Seetharamu, The Finite Element Method in Heat Transfer and
Fluid Flow
5. Zeinciwicz, The Finite Element Method, 4 Vol set. 4th Edition, Elsevier 2007.
6. Bathe, K. J. Finite Element Procedures. 2nd ed. Klaus-Jurgen Bathe, 2014. ISBN:
62
9780979004957
Review of heat transfer and fluid flow. Formation of governing

equation, initial and boundary conditions. Historical perspective of
FEM and applicability to Thermal Engineering problems.
Approximate methods, Variational and Galerkins methods. Types of
elements, interpolation polynomials. Formulation of element
characteristic matrices. Assembly considerations and boundary
conditions.
I
II
III
IV
V
VI
5
15
Two dimensional elements; triangular and quadrilateral elements,

natural coordinates, parametric representation, Subparametric,
superparametric and Isoparametric elements.
Conduction Heat Transfer and Formulation: Modelling heat
conduction; formulation of governing equation, differential and
Variational formulation. Initial, boundary and interface conditions.
Formulation of conductive, convective matrices and nodal heat rate

vectors. Analysis procedure for 2 D conduction with convection.
Programming of simple cases.
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Nonlinear Heat conduction Analysis: Galerkins method to nonlinear
transient heat conduction; Governing equation with initial and
boundary conditions, one dimensional nonlinear steady-state problems
and transient state problems. Programming exercises.
Review of Viscous Incompressible Flows: Governing equations, weak
form, finite element model, penalty finite element models, problems in
two dimensional flow fields. Formulation and Programming.
Review of Convective Heat Transfer: Basic equations, steady
convection diffusion problems and transient convection-diffusion
problems.
Concepts of adaptive finite element analysis. Error estimates.
Implementation of the adaptive procedure. Introduction to general
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Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
4
8
15
15
15
20
20
purpose FEM packages. Finite Element analysis of simple cases using

softwares.
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Course No.
Course Name
Transport Phenomena
01ME7217
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. Introduce students the fundamentals and applications of transport of mass
momentum and energy
2. To gain fundamental understanding of the convection and diffusion process in fluids, and
how these determine the rates of transport of mass, heat and momentum.
Syllabus
Mass momentum diffusivities; Diffusion mechanism; Effect of pressure in fluid flow;
Balance laws Derivation;Diffusion dominated transport; Convection at low Reynolds
number; Boundary layer and numerical solutions
Expected Outcome
1. Students will be able to gain fundamental understanding of various transport
processes.
2. They will be able to analyze real life transport process and also apply the
knowledge in the design of engineering systems involving transport
phenomena.
References
1. Bird, Stewart and Lightfoot (BSL), Transport Phenomena, Wiley International, 1960.
2. L. G. Leal, Laminar Flow and Convective Transport Processes, Butterworth-Heineman,
1992.
3. G. K. Batchelor, An Introduction to Fluid Dynamics, Cambridge University Press, 1967.
4. R. L. Panton, Incompressible flow, John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1984.
5. H. Tennekes and J. L. Lumley, A first course in turbulence, The MIT Press, 1972.
6. Cussler, E. L. Diffusion: Mass Transfer in Fluid Systems. 2nd ed. Cambridge, UK:
Cambridge University Press, 1997
7. Welty, J. R., C. E. Wicks, R. E. Wilson, and G. Rorrer. Fundamentals of Momentum, Heat,
and Mass Transfer. 4th ed. New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons, 2000.
8. B. Bird, Transport Phenomena, John Wiley & Sons, 2005
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II
Introduction to transport phenomena, Vector and tensor Calculus,

Dimensional analysis.
Mass momentum and energy diffusivities.

momentum and heat transfer.
Correlations for mass,
Effect of pressure in fluid flow. Steady and unsteady flow in a

pipe.Method of separation of variables. Oscillatory flow in a pipe. Use
of complex analysis for oscillatory flow
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
IV
Effect of pressure in fluid flow. Steady and unsteady flow in a

pipe.Method of separation of variables. Oscillatory flow in a pipe.
Boundary layer analysis. Free surface flows down
plane. Combination of convection, diffusion.
Derivation of balance laws for stationary control
partial differential equations for heat, mass and
transfer.
Derivation of balance laws for stationary control
partial differential equations for heat, mass and
transfer.
an inclined
volumes as
momentum
volumes as
momentum
15
4
4
15
4
VI
Diffusion dominated transport in three dimensions. Fourier's law, Ficks

law as partial differential equations. Solution of temperature field in a
cube using spherical harmonic expansions
Temperature field around a spherical inclusion. The use of separation of
variables. Spherical harmonics. Equivalent point charge representations.
Effect of convection at low Peclet number. Regular perturbation
expansion for streaming flow past a sphere
Convection at high Peclet number. Streaming flow past a
spherical object. Boundary layer solutions. Computational
solutions of diffusion dominated flows.
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20
3
4
20
3
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7219
Multiphase Flow
3-1-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To prepare the students in understanding Two phase flow and how to model and
analyze.
2. Tointroduce thestudentsvarious research scope in multiphase flow.
3. To understand complex heat transfer mechanism in flow boiling and apply them in the
design of heat transfer equipment used in nuclear reactor ,boiler ,combustor ,rocket
motors etc
Syllabus
Method of analysis-flow pattern-vertical and horizontal channels-flow pattern maps and
transitions. Void fraction-definitions of multiphase flow parameters-one dimensional
continuity, momentum and energy equation-pressure gradient components: frictional,
acceleration and gravitational.
Basic Flow models: Homogeneous flow model-Pressure gradient-Two phase friction factor
for laminar and turbulent flow-Two phase viscosity-Friction multiplier. Separated flow
model-Pressure gradient relationship-Lokhart-Martinelli correlation -Parameter X and its
evaluation
Empirical Treatment: Drift Flux model-Gravity dominated flow regime-correlation for void
fraction and velocity distribution in different flow regimes-pressure losses due to
multiphase flow velocity and concentration profiles
Convective boiling: Thermodynamics of vapour /liquid systems-super heat requirementhomogeneous nucleation-Isothermal and Isobaric Bubble dynamic in pool boiling,Bubble
departure from heated surface. Hydrodynamics of pool boiling -Helmholtz and Taylors
instability-Pool Boiling heat transfer, Commonly used non dimensional groups,Bubble
agitation mechanism,Vapour liquid exchange mechanism, Microlayer mechanism.
Regime of Flow boiling heat transfer-Boiling map-DNB-Critical Heat flux in forced
convection boiling.Microscopic analysis of CHF mechanism in flow boiling, Liquid core
convection and boundary layer effects in flow boiling.Condensation: Liquid formationDroplet growth. Nusselt theory on film condensation- -Condensation within vertical tube Dropwise condensation-Pressure gradient in condensing systems
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Expected Outcome
1. After the course students shall become more equipped to design heat transfer
equipment used in Two phase flow such as boiler, condenser,fluidised bed
combustor. etc
2. Since boiling phenomena is not yet fully understood and many associated factors
are still there to be uncovered students shall take interest to undertake research
in this area.
3. Students shall use their knowledge in this field to many other major items of
chemical and power plant.
References
1. J .G Collier, Convetive Boiling &Condensation ,Second edition, McGraw Hill,1989
2. G. W.Wallis, "One Dimensional Two Phase Flow"
3. Y.Y.Hsu,R.W.Graham," Transport Processes in Boilig&Two Phase Flow"
4. L.S.Tong,Y.S.Tang,"Boiling Heat Transfer And Two Phase Flow",Tayloir $Francis

5. A.F.Mills,V.Ganesan,"Heat Transfer",Second edition,2009,Pearson Education
Method of analysis-flow pattern-vertical and horizontal channelsflow pattern maps and transitions. Void fraction-definitions of
multiphase flow parameters
one dimensional continuity, momentum and energy equationpressure gradient components: frictional, acceleration
and
gravitational.
II
Basic Flow models: Homogeneous flow model-Pressure gradientTwo phase friction factor for laminar and turbulent flow-Two
phase viscosity-Friction multiplier.
Separated flow model-Pressure gradient relationship-LokhartMartinelli correlation -Parameter X and its evaluation
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Module
COURSE PLAN
2
15
4
5
15
4
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
Empirical Treatment: Drift Flux model-Gravity dominated flow

regime-correlation for void fraction and velocity distribution in
different flow regimesPressure
losses due
concentration profiles
IV
to
multiphase
flow
velocity
4
15
and
2
Convective boiling: Thermodynamics of vapour /liquid systemssuper heat requirement-homogeneous nucleation-Isothermal and
Isobaric Bubble dynamic in pool boiling,Bubble departure from
heated surface
Hydrodynamics of pool boiling -Helmholtz and Taylors
instability-Pool Boiling heat transfer, Commonly used non
dimensional groups, Bubble agitation mechanism, Vapor liquid
exchange mechanism, Microlayer mechanism
5
15
4
VI
Regime of Flow boiling heat transfer-Boiling map-DNB-Critical

Heat flux in forced convection boiling.
3
20
Microscopic analysis of CHF mechanism in flow boiling, Liquid

core convection and boundary layer effects in flow boiling
Condensation: Liquid formation-Droplet growth. Nusselt theory

on film condensation- -Condensation within vertical tube.
Dropwise condensation-Pressure gradient in condensing systems

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20
2
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7221
Industrial Refrigeration and

Air conditioning
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1.
2.
3.
4.
To provide the students advanced learning in refrigeration components

To familiarize the students on the applications of refrigeration in food processing
To study the properties of moist air
To familiarize air-conditioning processes, systems, controls, transmission and
distribution of air
Syllabus
Refrigerant compressors: volumetric efficiency, performance characteristics, design, capacity
control. Rotary, screwandcentrifugal compressors- performance characteristics of centrifugal
compressor, comparison of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors. Design of refrigeration
equipments: condensers, evaporators, capillary tubes. Working of Constant pressure expansion
valve, thermostatic expansion valve. Controls in refrigeration equipment, various methods of
controlling room conditions at partial load.
Food processing by refrigeration and storage, transport refrigeration: freezing of foods,
Properties of moist air:, Derivation of thermodynamic wet bulb temperature, Lewis number, Carrier
equation for calculation of partial pressure of water vapor in the moist air sample.
Psychrometric chart (w-t chart), Definition of Sigma heat function and Enthalpy Deviation
Psychrometry of Air-conditioning processes: Mixing Process, Basic processes in conditioning of air,
Derivations for Sensible heat, Latent heat and total heat process, Sensible hat factor (SHF), Different
ways of plotting of SHF line on the psychrometric chart, Bypass factor, Cooling and
dehumidification process, Apparatus dew point of coil(coil ADP),
Practical limit of Cooling and dehumidification process, Air washer, Processes possible in air
washer, Mass and Energy balance of Air washer, humidifying efficiency, water injection, steam
injection. Air-conditioning system, Summer Air-conditioning-Room sensible heat factor (RSHF)
line, Room ADP, Minimum quantity of supply air,Summer Air-conditioning system with ventilation
air-zero bypass factor, GSHF line and RSHF line, Summer Air-conditioning system with ventilation
air- bypass factor X, Winter Air-conditioningAir Conditioning systems: DX system, all water
systems, all air systems-air water systems, heat pump system, central and unitary systems, fan coil
systems. Special purpose Air Conditioning such as theatres, computer room, school, libraries, rail
cars, aircraft and ships.
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Transmission and distribution of air: Air movement in rooms, Air distribution devices and systems
Air duct design: general rules to be followed, duct design procedures, conventional flow clean
rooms, air locks, air curtains and air showers.Sources of noise in air-conditioning systems and its
controlling methods in detail.
Expected Outcome
They will apply the concept and knowledge to design new experiments in the field of refrigeration
and air-conditioning in their laboratories. They will apply the knowledge further to design and
fabricate new energy efficient refrigeration and air-conditioning systems to the society.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
References
Harris NC : Air conditioning practice
Gunther R C : Air conditioning and cold storage
Stoeker W F : Refrigeration and Air conditioning and Ventilation of Buildings
ASHRAE guide and Data Book
C. P. Arora: Rferigeration& Air-conditioning
Dossat R. J., Principles of Refrigeration. John Wiley & Sons. 2000
Althouse A. D., Turnquist C. H. Modern refrigeration and Air-conditioning, Good Heart
Wilcos. CO. Inc. 2000
Ananthanarayan P.N., Basic Refrigeration and air condition, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing
Company. 2004
Contents
Refrigerant compressors: reciprocating compressors, volumetric

efficiency, performance characteristics, and their design, capacity control
of reciprocating compressorsRotary compressors, screw compressors,
centrifugal compressors, performance characteristics of centrifugal
compressor, capacity control of centrifugal compressors
comparison of performance of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors
Design of refrigeration equipments: condensers, evaporators, capillary
tubes. Working of Constant pressure expansion valve, thermostatic
expansion valve, application of thermostatic expansion valve
Controls in refrigeration equipment, various methods of controlling room
conditions at partial load.
71
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
4
15
II
III
IV
Food processing by refrigeration and storage, transport refrigeration:

refrigerated trucks and trailers, refrigerated railway cars, marine
refrigeration, freezing of foods, types of freezers, calculation of freezing
time, freeze drying.
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
Properties of moist air: Specific humidity, Dew point temperature,
Degree of Saturation, Relative humidity, Enthalpy, Humid specific heat,
Wet bulb temperature and Thermodynamic wet bulb temperature,
Derivation of thermodynamic wet bulb temperature, Lewis number,
Carrier equation for calculation of partial pressure of water vapor in the
moist air sample.
Psychrometric chart (w-t chart), Construction of Saturation Line,
Relative Humidity Line, Constant Specific Volume Lines, Constant
Thermodynamic Wet Bulb Temperature Lines and Constant Enthalpy
Lines. Definition of Sigma heat function and Enthalpy Deviation.
Psychrometry of Air-conditioning processes: Mixing Process, Basic
processes in conditioning of air, Derivations for Sensible heat, Latent
heat and total heat process, Sensible hat factor (SHF), Different ways of
plotting of SHF line on the psychrometric chart, Bypass factor, Cooling
and dehumidification process, Apparatus dew point of coil(coil ADP),
Practical limit of Cooling and dehumidification process, Air washer,
Processes possible in air washer, Mass and Energy balance of Air
washer, humidifying efficiency, water injection, steam injection.
Simple Air-conditioning system, Summer Air-conditioning-Room
sensible heat factor (RSHF) line, Room ADP, Minimum quantity of
supply air,Summer Air-conditioning system with ventilation air-zero
bypass factor,GSHF line and RSHF line, Summer Air-conditioning
system with ventilation air- bypass factor X, Winter Air-conditioning

Air Conditioning systems: DX system, all water systems, all air systemsair water systems, heat pump system, central and unitary systems, fan
coil systems.
Estimation of cooling load, Special purpose Air Conditioning such as
theatres, computer room, school, libraries, rail cars, aircraft and ships.
VI
Transmission and distribution of air: Air movement in rooms, Air

distribution devices and systems. Air duct design: general rules to be
followed, duct design procedures, conventional flow clean rooms, air
72
15
4
15
15
4
20
3
20
locks, air curtains and air showers.

Sources of noise in air-conditioning systems and its controlling methods
in detail.
END SEMESTER EXAM
73
Course No.
01ME7223
Course Name
Design of Heat Transfer
Equipments
L-T-P
Credits
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
1. To impart a basic concept of various types of heat transfer equipments
2. To make the student capable of designing different types of heat transfer equipments.
Syllabus
Heat Exchangers: Classification and General features, Calculation of heat transfer area by different
methods, Flow and pressure drop analysis, Double Pipe Heat Exchanger design, Shell and Tube
heat exchanger design, Condenser design,Heat Pipes-Theory and Design.
Expected Outcome
The student will be able to design, operate and maintain various types of heat transfer
equipments
References
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Donald Q.Kern, Process Heat Transfer, Tata McGraw-hill Publishing Company, Ltd.1997.
Hewitt, Shires and Bolt, Process Heat transfer, CRC Press, 1997.
A.P.Frans and M.N.Ozisik, Heat exchanger Design, John Wiley & Sons New York
P.Dunn and D.A.Reay , Heat Pipes, Pergamom Press,1994.
G.P.Peterson, Heat Pipes,Wiley,1994.
Kam.W.Li and A. Paul Priddy, Power Plant System Design, John Wiley & Sons Inc, 1985.
TEMA Standards.
Contents
Heat Exchangers: Classification and General features- range of

application-Overall heat transfer coefficient-the controlling film
coefficient- LMTD- Effectiveness-NTU- Calculation of heat transfer area
by different methods- caloric or average fluid temperature-the pipe wall
temperature.
74
Hours
Allotted
% of Marks
in EndSemester
Examination
Module
COURSE PLAN
15
II
Flow and pressure drop analysis-computation of total pressure drop of

shell side and tube side for both baffled and un-baffled types-pressure
drop in pipes and pipe annuli stream analysis method.
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

III
IV
VI
Double Pipe Heat Exchangers - Film Coefficients of Fluids and Tubes Equivalent diameter for fluids flowing in Annuli - Film coefficients for
fluids in Annuli: Fouling factors, The calculation of double pipe
exchanger: Double pipe exchangers in series - parallel arrangements.
Shell and Tube heat exchangers - Tube layouts for exchangers- Baffle
spacing, different types of shell and tube exchangers - The calculations
of shell and tube exchangers shell side film coefficients - shell side
equivalent diameter - The true temperature difference in a 1-2
exchanger. Influence of approach temperature on correction factory Shell- side pressure drop - Tube side pressure drop- Analysis of
performance of 1-2 exchangers and design calculation of shell and tube
heat exchangers - Flow arrangements for increased heat recovery - The
calculations of 2-4 exchangers - TEMA standards.
Condensers-Condensation of a single vapour-drop wise and film wise
condensation-process
application-condensation
on
a
surfacedevelopment of equation for calculation- comparison between
horizontal and vertical condensers- the allowable pressure drop for a
condensing vapour-influence of impurities on condensationcondensation of steam- design of a surface condenser-different types of
boiling.
Heat Pipes:Theory , Practical Design Considerations- the working fluid,
wick structure, thermal resistance of saturated wicks, the container,
compatibility, fluid inventory, priming, starting procedure- special
types of Heat pipe- Applications
END SEMESTER EXAM
75
15
15
20
20
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7225
Air Breathing Propulsion
3-0-0
2015
Course Objectives
The objectives of this course are to develop an understanding of how air-breathing engines and
chemical rockets produce thrust; an ability to do overall engine performance analysis calculations;
an ability to carry out performance calculations for individual engine components; an ability to
carry out performance analysis for chemical rockets; an understanding of elementary overall
engine design considerations.
Syllabus
Basic one-dimensional flows: isentropic, area change, heat addition. Overall performance
characteristics of propellers, ramjets, turbojets, turbofans, rockets. Performance analysis of inlets,
exhaust nozzles, compressors, burners, and turbines. Thermodynamic analysis of Turbojet
,Turbofan& Turboprop engines.Rocket flight performance
Expected Outcome
1.
2.
3.
4.
An understanding of quasi-one-dimensional flow;

An understanding of the generation of thrust in air-breathing engines and rockets;
An ability to carry out simple performance analysis of subsonic and supersonic inlets;
An ability to carry out overall performance calculations of turbojets, turbofans and
turboprops;
5. An elementary understanding of combustors, afterburners, and exhaust nozzles;
6. An understanding of axial flow compressors and turbines, and an ability to carry out flow
and performance calculations for these;
7. An ability to carry out simple flight performance calculations for rockets;
Reference
1. P.G. Hill and C. R. Peterson, Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Propulsion, Addison
Wesley, 2nd Edition, 1992.
76
II
Dynamics & Thermodynamics of perfect gases, Quasi one dimensional

flow, thrust and efficiencies. Fundamentals of Gas Dynamics. Energy
equation for non-flow and flow processes. The adiabatic energy
equation, Momentum equation. Stagnation concepts. Velocity of sound.
Critical Mach number, Various regions of flow
Analysis of Diffusers & Nozzles: Introduction.
Comparison of
isentropic and adiabatic processes -- Mach number variation -- Area
ratio as function of Mach numbers -- Impulse function -- Mass flow rates
-- Flow through nozzles -- Flow through diffusers Effect of friction &
heat addition in constant area duct.
Study of intakes for subsonic and supersonic engines. Subsonic inlets
and its flow pattern. Supersonic inlets- Successive steps in the
acceleration and over speeding of supersonic inlets. External
deceleration mechanism. Variable geometry intake in supersonic aircraft
engines.
% of Marks in
End-Semester
Examination
Contents
Hours Allotted
Module
COURSE PLAN
3
15
15
FIRST INTERNAL EXAM
III
IV
Aircraft Propulsion introduction -- Early aircraft engines -- Types of

aircraft engines -- Reciprocating internal combustion engines -- Gas
turbine engines -- Turbo jet engine -- Turbo fan engine -- Turbo-prop
engine. Ramjet engines & Scram jet engines. Various problems
associated in the design of intakes and combustion chamber in
Supersonic Combustion Ram jet engines
Gas Turbine combustors- Fully annular combustion chamber and can
annular combustion chamber. After Burners and Ramjet Combustors.
Design and analysis of Compressors and Turbines- Design of multistage
axial flow Compressors and Turbines
Study of Stagnation pressure losses in Combustion chambers. Flame
holders- Simplified model of a Flame holder. Nozzles- Working
principle of a variable exhaust nozzle in an after burning turbojet
engine.
77
15
15
VI
Thermodynamic analysis of turbojet engine Study of subsonic and

supersonic engine models -- Identification and Selection of optimal
operational parameters. Need for further development Analysis of
Turbojet with after burner.
Thermodynamic analysis of turbofan engine Study of subsonic and
supersonic systems -Identification and selection of optimal
operational parameters. Design of fuel efficient engines Mixed flow
turbo fan engine Analysis of Turbofan with after burner.
Thermodynamic analysis of turbo-prop engine Identification and
selection of optimal operational parameters.
Modeling of thermal rocket engines; nozzle flow; control of mass flow.
Elementary ideas on rocket engines.
END SEMESTER EXAM
78
20
20
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7291
Seminar II
0-0-2
2015
Course Objectives
To make students
1. Identify the current topics in the specific stream.

2. Collect the recent publications related to the identified topics.
3. Do a detailed study of a selected topic based on current journals, published papers
and books.
4. Present a seminar on the selected topic on which a detailed study has been done.
Approach
Students shall make a presentation for 20-25 minutes based on the detailed study of
the topic and submit a report based on the study.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of the seminar, the student should be able to
1. Get good exposure in the current topics in the specific stream.

Explore domains of interest so as to pursue the course project.
79
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7293
Project (Phase 1)
0-0-12
2015
Course Objectives
To make students
1. Do an original and independent study on the area of specialization.
2. Explore in depth a subject of his/her own choice.
3. Start the preliminary background studies towards the project by conducting
literature survey in the relevant field.
4. Broadly identify the area of the project work, familiarize with the tools required for
the design and analysis of the project.
5. Plan the experimental platform, if any, required for project work.
Approach
The student has to present two seminars and submit an interim Project report. The first
seminar would highlight the topic, objectives, methodology and expected results. The first
seminar shall be conducted in the first half of this semester. The second seminar is the
presentation of the interim project report of the work completed and scope of the work
which has to be accomplished in the fourth semester.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of the project phase 1, the student should be able to
1. Identify the topic, objectives and methodology to carry out the project.
2. Finalize the project plan for their course project.
80
SEMESTER - IV
81
Course No.
Course Name
L-T-P
Credits
01ME7294
Project (Phase II)
0-0-23
12
2015
Course Objectives
To continue and complete the project work identified in project phase 1.
Approach
There shall be two seminars (a mid term evaluation on the progress of the work and pre submission
seminar to assess the quality and quantum of the work). At least one technical paper has to be
prepared for possible publication in journals / conferences based on their project work.
Expected Outcome
Upon successful completion of the project phase II, the student should be able to
1. Get a good exposure to a domain of interest.

2. Get a good domain and experience to pursue future research activities.
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Advanced Heat Transfer

Incompressible and Compressible Flow

IC Engine Combustion and Pollution

Thermal Engineering Lab

Advanced Refrigeration and

Measurements in Thermal Science

Thermal Turbo Machines

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Advances in Radiative Heat Transfer

Solar Thermal Engineering

Boundary Layer Theory

Energy Conservation and Heat Recovery Systems

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

Nuclear Reactor Engineering

Advanced Optimization Techniques

FEM in Heat Transfer and fluid flow

Multi Phase Flow

Industrial Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Design of Heat Transfer Equipments

Air Breathing Propulsion

TOTAL CONTACT HOURS

TOTAL NUMBER OF CREDITS: 67

Vector spaces and subspaces, null space , column space of a 7

System of Linear Algebraic Equations , conditions of existence of 7

4 . G A Bird,Molecular Gas Dynamics and The Direct Simulation of Gas Flows",1994,Oxford

Herbert B.Callen, "Thermodynamics",John Wiley &sons

Y.V.C.Rao,"Postulational And Statistical Thermodynamics"Allied Publishers Ltd

Advanced Heat Transfer

Unsteady conduction, 2D steady conduction and phase change problems, Numerical

Heat Transfer: A Practical Approach, Mcgraw-Hill, 2002

D. Poulikakos, Conduction Heat Transfer, Prentice Hall, 1994.

Concept of Biot number Lumped capacitance formulation simple

Solution of the general 1D unsteady problem by separation of

Phase change problems The Stefan and Neumann problems

FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Laminar flow heat transfer: Exact solutions of the 2D boundary

Free convection with a turbulent boundary layer Emperical

Introduction to radiation, need for view factors, concept of

Introduction to gas radiation The equation of transfer

Mass Transfer: Modes of mass transfer-convective and

Definition and properties of Fluids, Fluid as continuum, Langragian

FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Potential Flows. Stream and Velocity potential function, Circulation,

Subsonic flow - Improved compressibility corrections - Linearized

Engine design and operating parameters, Thermo chemistry of fuel-air

Properties of working fluids- unburned mixture composition, burned

Ideal models of engine cycles, Availability analysis of engine processes.

FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Combustion in CI engines- Phenomenological model of CI engine

Utilization of alternate fuels in IC engines- biodiesel, hydrogen, LPG,

SECOND INTERNAL EXAM

SI engine emission control technology

To develop skill in the critical analysis of research articles and reports.

2. Propose possible solutions based on research

4. Get a good exposure to a domain of interest.

C. R. Kothari, Research Methodology, New Age International, 2004

Professional ethics in research - Ethical issues-ethical committees. Copy

FIRST INTERNAL EXAM

Research design and methods: Analyze the chosen papers to

1. Identify the current topics in the specific stream.

1. Get good exposure in the current topics in the specific stream.